Born in Toronto, Theo is a mother, public speaker, author, entrepreneur and philanthropist. In her early corporate career, she co-founded Super Pharm Israel Ltd., playing a pivotal role as Vice President in establishing Israel's largest pharmacy chain from 1979 to 1993. Life took an unexpected turn in 1986 when Theo was diagnosed with LUPUS. This pivotal moment led her to shift her focus from her successful corporate career to a new mission: creating Mindfulness Without Borders. This charitable organization provides Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) and mindfulness-based educational programs to youth, health professionals, educators, and first responders.

During her time at Mindfulness Without Borders (MWB), Theo co-authored several educational resources: the Mindfulness Ambassador Program, the Mindful@Work series, The RETHiNK Card Deck and The RETHiNK KiT. These innovative tools are designed to strengthen social-emotional skills and promote secular mindfulness practices across various settings and age groups.

In 2015, The Huffington Post recognized Mindfulness Without Borders as an organization providing innovative solutions to help shape the next decade. Through their train-the-trainer model, MWB's impactful programs have spanned 21 countries worldwide, leaving an enduring imprint on countless lives.

In 2022, Theo demonstrated her commitment to ensuring a lasting impact by gifting MWB's intellectual property to The Global MINDS Collective. This strategic decision paved the way for new generational
leadership, securing the long-term sustainability and continued growth of the mindfulness and social-emotional learning programs she helped develop.

On January 2, 2023, Theo embarked on a new mission by launching Well-Being Essentials, a platform dedicated to addressing the global mental health crisis. This initiative focuses on empowering individuals with fresh perspectives and pathways for mindful living. Well-Being Essentials provides a wealth of free resources, tools and practices that bring out the best in people from the inside out and, in turn, positively contribute to a more kind and harmonious world.

Throughout her career, Theo has actively served on several boards and committees, further extending her impact in the fields of mindfulness and education. These include the Mindful Society Global Institute,The Goldie Hawn Foundation, the Center for Therapeutic Riding in Israel and the Garrison Institute. At the Garrison Institute, she co-authored the first-ever mapping report on Contemplation and Education in K–12 Educational Settings in the United States, playing a key role as one of the thought leaders who launched mindfulness into mainstream education and healthcare.

In her leisure time, she mentors aspiring entrepreneurs, providing them with the essential strategies for achieving success. Her own well-spring of inspiration comes from her two sons, her practice of Tai Chi and her deep connection with nature. Currently, Theo calls Tiburon, California, her home.

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